Modification History
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TP Version |
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PUA12 V2 |
Content reviewed Application of the Unit added Required Knowledge and Required Skills revised to reflect current work requirements Method of assessment added |
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PUA00 V8.1 |
Primary release on TGA |
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the competency required to dispatch operational rappel personnel and equipment from a hovering helicopter for fire suppression purposes.
Aviation operations occur in a heavily regulated environment. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to personnel who supervise other personnel rappelling from a hovering helicopter. This work involves adherence to rappelling policies, regulations, protocols and procedures required for these activities.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
PUAFIR212B Rappel from helicopter
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a Unit of Competency. |
Performance Criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare operational dispatch equipment |
1.1 Specialist rappel and dispatch equipment is selected and prepared in accordance with organisational safe work practices. 1.2 Appropriate rappel and dispatch equipment is donned in accordance with organisational requirements. 1.3 Personal equipment pre-flight check is conducted in accordance with organisational requirements. 1.4 Rappel and cargo ropes are loaded into the helicopter and secured. 1.5 Equipment faults are reported to relevant supervisor for rectification or replacement. |
2. Conduct helicopter pre-flight check and preparation |
2.1 Helicopter cabin area is prepared in accordance with organisational requirements. 2.2 Aircraft emergency equipment is located and checked. 2.3 Rappel rope attachment points are inspected and operational status confirmed. 2.4 Rappel ropes are attached to rope attachment points. 2.5 Helicopter communications system is tested and operational status confirmed. 2.6 Helicopter equipment faults are reported to pilot. 2.7 Pre-mission brief details are confirmed with appropriate personnel. |
3. Load rappellers and equipment into helicopter |
3.1 Weight of rappel personnel, rappel and firefighting equipment is obtained. 3.2 Equipment is secured in helicopter according to weight and balance requirements. 3.3 Rappellers are appropriately secured in seats. 3.4 Personal attachment to helicopter is confirmed. 3.5 Pre-flight operational checks and briefs are undertaken in accordance with organisational requirements. |
4. Conduct rappel site inspection |
4.1 Overfly of prospective rappel site is undertaken in accordance with organisational requirements. 4.2 Hazard assessment of proposed dispatch site is undertaken. 4.3 Pilot and rappel crew leader are informed as to site suitability . 4.4 Possible escape routes from fire are identified and conveyed to rappel crew. |
5. Dispatch rappel crew and their equipment |
5.1 Pre-dispatch checks of rappellers, attachment to rappel ropes, and equipment are conducted in accordance with organisational requirements. 5.2 Pilot is directed to maintain helicopter over rappel site in accordance with organisational requirements. 5.3 Pilot’s approval to conduct a rappel is obtained. 5.4 Rappel rope is attached and checked prior to commencing the dispatch. 5.5 Rappellers are directed to helicopter skids using relevant hand signals in accordance with organisational requirements. 5.6 Rappeller and equipment descent and landing are monitored. 5.7 Communication is maintained with rappellers, pilot and control organisation. 5.8 Emergency procedures are invoked as required in accordance with organisational requirements. |
6. Retrieve personnel and equipment |
6.1 Appropriate ropes and equipment for the retrieval of rappellers are prepared. 6.2 Pre-retrieval checks of rappellers, attachment to rappel ropes, and equipment are conducted in accordance with organisational requirements. 6.3 Pilot is briefed on proposed retrieval operation. 6.4 Equipment and personnel extraction is conducted in accordance with organisational requirements. 6.5 Personnel extraction is conducted in accordance with organisational requirements. |
7. Complete rappel operations |
7.1 Debrief of rappellers and pilot is conducted in accordance with organisational requirements. 7.2 Relevant helicopter equipment is inspected and stowed and identified helicopter equipment faults are reported to pilot. 7.3 Rappel equipment and rope attachment points are inspected in accordance with organisational requirements. 7.4 Damage to rappel equipment is reported to appropriate personnel for assessment and/or repair/replacement or disposal in accordance with organisational procedures and practices . 7.5 Reports on operations are completed in accordance with organisational requirements. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required Skills |
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Required Knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in a simulated environment followed by assessment by a certified operator on-the-job encompassing a number of scenarios. Specific resources for assessment Access is required to:
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Method of assessment |
In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook. Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment. Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an agency-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:
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Range Statement
The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. |
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Specialist rappel and dispatch equipment may include: |
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Aircraft emergency equipment will include: |
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Communications systems may include: |
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Site suitability will be determined by: |
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Procedures and practices may include: |
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Reports must include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.